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Fort Lauderdale, FL
Best Events (Events)
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Las Olas Art Fair |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
January 2009, October 2009
Las Olas Blvd Between 6th and 11th Aves, Fort Lauderdale 33301 |
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Over 300 regional and national artists participate in this popular annual event. This two-part fair is held in January and also in October. Media includes ceramics, oil and watercolor paintings, hand-made jewelry, sculptures, photography, and stained glass. Live musical entertainment adds to the festive atmosphere. |
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Fleet Week Port Everglades |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 27 - May 2, 2009
Port Everglades Expy Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale 33324 |
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A wide range of activities take place during the seven days that comprise Fleet Week. First and foremost, there's the chance to watch on as several Navy vessels make their way into port – from Los Angeles-class attack submarines to guided-missile cruisers and aircraft carriers. In addition, the community hosts a "welcome ashore" bash for enlisted men and women, a golf tourney and a ton of other fun events leading up to the weekend-long Air & Sea Show. |
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Las Olas Wine and Food Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
May 1 - May 2, 2009
E Los Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale 33301 |
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Food from a few dozen top-flight restaurants and plenty of tasty vino (courtesy of Premier Beverage) combine to make this Los Olas Boulevard street festival one of the spring's trendiest events. Indeed, folks come from far and wide to take part in this celebration of fine eats and drinks, and proceeds go to benefit the American Lung Association. |
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National Salute to America’s Heroes Air & Sea Show |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
May 2009
E Sunrise Blvd at N Atlantic Blvd Display Village, Fort Lauderdale 33304 |
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Celebrate the US armed offices at this two-day event that's highlighted by a joint forces “Amphibious Assault” and demonstrations by the Air Force Thunderbirds and U.S. Army Golden Knights. At Display Village, visitors can catch exhibits by the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Marines. In addition, there will also be drill team demonstrations, a rock-climbing wall, a Bradley Fighting Vehicle, multiple rocket launch systems, an Explosive Ordinance Disposal Robot and even Navy flight simulators. |
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Red, White & Bluegrass |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
May 2009
North and South of Johnson St, Hollywood |
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This free concert on the Boardwalk features both traditional and progressive bluegrass acts. A good time for music-lovers of all ages and a great opportunity to get outside and listen to some good, down-home music by the sea. |
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FTL MODA |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
May 28 - May 30, 2009
401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd W Hotel, Fort Lauderdale • 954-414-8200 |
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This series promises glimpses at international designers' high-end threads, from swim suits to stylish outfits for relaxing and playing. Proceeds from the shows go to benefit local charities. |
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Stonewall Street Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
June 20 - June 21, 2009
Wilton Dr, Fort Lauderdale |
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Held in honor of Greenwich Village's Stonewall Rebellion (1969), this celebration of human rights, free thought and social awareness is one of the state's most eagerly anticipated Pride events. Folks from all walks of life are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun, which includes a parade, food, drink and plenty of music. |
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Hollywood Beach Clambake on the Boardwalk |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 2009
North and South of Johnson St, Hollywood |
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Held in late September and sponsored by the local Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, this three-day affair is a great time for families to get out and have some fun on the famous Hollywood Boardwalk. Live music is always a boon, but it's the ton after ton of fresh seafood that really draws in the big crowds. |
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Hollywood Beach Latin Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 2009
Beach Theatre & Tyler St, Hollywood Beach 33081 |
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Broward County celebrates its Latin American heritage each September during this free Sunday event, held on the Boardwalk. Arts and crafts, dancing, food and drink bring out big crowds every year, as does the outstanding line-up of musicians, most of which specialize in traditional folk music. |
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Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 23 - November 15, 2009
3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd, Fort Lauderdale 33314 • 954-262.4540 |
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Description:
Fifteenth annual installment of this popular event. In the festival's beginning, it took place of a period of only one week. The popularity and significance of this event has grown so much that it now lasts one month and, with 100 films and 200 screenings, is the world's longest film festival. The stunning Miniaci Theatre hosts the festival's opening ceremony. Afterwards, screenings and other events take place in venues ranging from Huizenga Plaza to the The Regal Cypress Creek cinemas. |
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